Research Designs Flashcards
define a case study
One exceptional individual is studies in deep detail
Define a group study
a small number of individuals from a population is selected at random
what is rule of thumb for group studies
It is better to have small and representative group than a large and unrepresentative group
where must experiments be carried out?
In a controlled setting
What is the problem with a controlled setting?
people sometimes dont behave naturally in a controlled setting
Define Quasi-experiments
comparison of one group to another, experimental manipulation NOT carried out
In quasi experiments, what is assumed to cause the differences?
independent variables
Define experimental-control groups
a controled group is comapared to a manipulated group
Define “carry over” effect
the effects of the test are carried over into real life
Dfine “double blind”
neither the experimenter or the tester no which is a placebo
how many german doctors prescribe placebos?
50%
How many docotros in canada prescribe placebos?
20%
How many psychiatrists prescribe placebos?
35%
